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OV53 NAE

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

176,453 mi
Last recorded176,453 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 NAE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2014 176,453 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 125,130 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 125,130 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 115,118 miles

both front wheels worn badly on outer edge.

Fail 21 Jan 2012 115,038 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

both front wheels worn badly on outer edge.

Pass 26 Jul 2010 96,738 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 81,218 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 62,310 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 59,467 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 59,466 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 53,413 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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OV53 NAE is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 92,860 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV53 NAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV53 NAE registered?

OV53 NAE is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is OV53 NAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 NAE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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